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Breast implant revision and removal surgeons in Ontario

Implant revision and removal is a different consultation than a first-time augmentation. Patients typically come in for capsular contracture, implant rupture or leakage, rippling, size change, BIA-ALCL concerns, or a straightforward explant with or without a lift. The surgical planning, imaging review, and scar tissue work involved are distinct from a primary augmentation case, and not every surgeon who does first-time implants takes on complex revisions.

  • Explant with or without capsulectomy
  • Implant exchange for size, style, or placement changes
  • Capsular contracture correction
  • Revision after a botched or unsatisfactory prior surgery

When booking a consultation, bring your original operative report and implant card if you have them. Ask directly whether the surgeon regularly performs revision cases, since volume and experience vary a lot between practices.

What it costs

Revision cases usually cost more than a primary augmentation because of added operating room time, anesthesia, and sometimes the need for acellular dermal matrix or mesh support. Removal alone without replacement tends to run lower than exchange or revision with a lift. Get a written quote that separates surgeon fee, facility fee, and any implant cost.

Top 3 by our score

Ranked from our published scoring of public Google reviews for breast augmentation & breast surgery.

  1. 95
  2. 2. The Aesthetics Boutique
    5.0★ · 527 reviews
    95
  3. 3. Victoria Clinique
    4.9★ · 433 reviews
    92

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FAQ

Is breast implant removal covered by OHIP in Ontario?
It can be if there is a documented medical reason such as rupture, BIA-ALCL, or severe capsular contracture causing symptoms. Purely cosmetic removal or exchange is typically not covered.
How is revision surgery different from a first breast augmentation?
Revision often involves removing scar tissue (capsule), assessing the old implant, and sometimes rebuilding the pocket or adding support material, which adds complexity and time compared to placing a first implant.
Do I need the same surgeon who did my original surgery?
No. Many patients switch surgeons for revision work, especially if they were unhappy with the original result. Bring any records you have to the new consultation.